About the Role:

Salvos Stores is looking for an experienced Product Manager / Buyer to lead the national performance and development of our New Product category. This is a full time, 14 month, maternity leave replacement based out of Noble Park, Melbourne with flexible / hybrid working arrangements.

This is a unique opportunity to combine product strategy, buying, commercial analysis and supplier management in a purpose-driven retail environment. You’ll use customer insights, product performance and market trends to build a compelling product range that complements our donated offering, delivers value to customers and maximises revenue for The Salvation Army’s mission.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and deliver a national product roadmap aligned to customer needs, market trends and commercial objectives
- Lead the annual buying plan, seasonal Open to Buy budgets, forecasting and category performance
- Identify emerging trends, new products and commercial opportunities to grow the category
- Source and negotiate with suppliers to achieve quality, value and targeted gross margins
- Manage product ranging, inventory, markdowns and exit strategies for underperforming products
- Use sales, margin and customer insights to make informed product and buying decisions
- Develop and implement a compliance framework ensuring products meet Australian legislative and safety requirements

About You:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent experience
- At least 5 years’ experience in product or category management,



with a demonstrated record of category growth and profitability
- Significant experience in retail and/or the not-for-profit sector
- Strong buying, supplier negotiation and commercial management skills
- Experience managing budgets, forecasting, margins, inventory and product performance
- A strong understanding of product compliance, quality assurance and Australian product safety requirements
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence across a complex, national retail environment
- Proven people leadership and mentoring capability

Why Work For Us:

- Eligible employees can access NFP Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
- Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) + Workplace Support Leave (5 days) for volunteering in Salvos initiatives
- Adaptable and hybrid WFH arrangements, access to Fitness Passport and Consumer Discounts
- Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives
- Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency
- Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable social impacts

How to Apply:

We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

📌 Product Manager / Buyer (Melbourne)
🏢 The Salvation Army Australia
📍 Melbourne